Typical Post-Disaster Giving Practices Could Hamper Hurricane Ian Recovery
Large relief organizations continue to receive the bulk of philanthropic funds following disasters despite well-documented evidence that they are least capable of providing help on the ground. Tapping into community foundations and identifying effective local nonprofits are far better strategies for getting dollars where they need to go.
By Ben Smilowitz
Contributor
Major Federal Funding to Close the Digital Divide Won’t Succeed Without Philanthropic Support
Digital inequity touches nearly every issue grant makers care about. Yet connecting marginalize people has remained an elusive goal for decades. New government investments totaling $42 billion have the potential to finally change that picture but will require targeted donor dollars to reach their potential.
By Lynette Bell and Larry Irving
Michael Bloomberg and the Gun-Violence Prevention Movement: It’s Complicated
The former New York City mayor draws praise for his longtime advocacy, but critics wonder whether a billionaire can be at the center of a true movement. Plus, read our special report on the evolution of the gun-control movement.
By Drew Lindsay
Contributor
More Big Donors Are Supporting — and Talking About — Mental Health
Wealthy donors publicly gave more to mental health last year than in any other year over the past decade, according to a Chronicle tally.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Retired Boston Pops Musician Gives Boston U. $100 Million for Medical School
Plus, an extensive public parks effort in Houston receives $100 million, Bard College lands $25 million for Indigenous studies, and a health-care nonprofit receives a big gift from MacKenzie Scott.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Nuclear Weapons Are an Ever-Present Danger — and Grant Makers Need to Pay Attention
Preventing nuclear war remains one of the most underfunded areas of philanthropy at a time when the war in Ukraine has raised risk levels. With the biggest grant maker in the field preparing to pull its funding, new donors are urgently needed to step in and fill the gap.
By Istra Fuhrmann and Alexandra Toma
Lululemon Founders Give Nearly $76 Million to Conserve and Expand Canadian Parkland
Plus, MacKenzie Scott gave $15 million to a clean-water charity, and five universities landed big gifts.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Despite the Challenges, Donors Must Continue to Support Struggling Nonprofits in Afghanistan
The Taliban takeover forced many Afghan human rights groups to shut down or shift their focus. Despite sanctions and other restrictions, multiple avenues remain for funding organizations that are critical to building long-term peace.
Billionaire Khan Family Gives $15 Million for Veterinary Oncology
Plus, Hoag Hospital receives a $106 million bequest, and City of Hope, Centre College, and the American Academy in Berlin received big gifts.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
A new breed of Black and brown journalists is reaching overlooked consumers through Facebook and Instagram. They need philanthropic investment to achieve long-term sustainability as trusted local new sources.
By Tracie Powell
Contributor
Seattle Couple Gives $78 Million to Cancer Center
Plus, South Dakota billionaire Denny Sanford pledged $150 million to UC San Diego, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art and four additional nonprofits received big gifts.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Denny Sanford Gives $150 Million to Fund Stem-Cell Research in Space
The gift will go to the University of California at San Diego. With this latest donation, Sanford has given the university at least $380 million.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Here’s One Way to Help Grantees Deal With Inflation: Give Them More Money
During periods of high inflation, foundations need to recognize that the benefits of long-term grants are undermined by rising costs. They should respond by increasing payments to nonprofits they support, many of whom are struggling to meet program goals due to higher expenses for travel, staff, and other necessities.
By Adam Simon and Steven Laufer
Cleveland Couple Give $28 Million to Back Scholarships at Ohio Private School
Plus, Milwaukee Area Technical College, City College of New York, and three universities all landed big gifts.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
MacKenzie Scott’s Giving Total Is $12.8 Billion — So Far
Charities have announced 12 donations totaling $347.4 million from the philanthropist since the beginning of April, according to a Chronicle tally.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Nonprofits That Serve People Should Also Support Their Pets
The growth in pet ownership during the pandemic has left many families without the means to care for their animals. This crisis in vet care needs to be addressed by a wide range of philanthropic and nonprofit organizations and viewed as an integral part of helping vulnerable populations thrive.
By Aimee Gilbreath
Contributor